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West Somerville offers peaceful living by the Mystic River
Located less than 10 miles outside of Boston, West Somerville is a residential community tucked in the northwest corner of Somerville, offering both suburban tranquility and urban convenience. Home to the desirable Somerville Public Schools system and surrounded by the bustling Davis Square and the academic hub of Tufts University, this neighborhood draws many families, professionals and students alike. The Mystic River and Alewife Brook serve as the neighborhood’s natural boundaries, with bike paths and outdoor spaces along the waterfront for recreation. Renovated and well-kept multifamily residences sit on tree-lined streets, maintaining a calm, family-friendly atmosphere. “Most people in town own cars and use them to drive to work, run errands and pick kids up from school,” says Hudson Santana, founder of Santana Properties Team with over 15 years of experience.
West Somerville is a convenient seven miles from downtown Boston.
West Somerville is a peaceful village where you hear wind chimes calling along the street.
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Many multi-family and condo options in this Somerville community
The neighborhood’s streetscape is defined by linear streets lined with trees and well-maintained sidewalks. Houses often sit on small hills, with perrons, or exterior stairs, connecting residences to sidewalks. Housing stock is mainly comprised of units in multifamily houses and iconic triple-deckers with pillared balconies. Workers cottages, Queen Annes and Colonial Revivals are among the early 1900s architecture. Front porches, gabled roofs and bay windows are common. Condos typically go from $650,000 to $1.3 million, and multifamily units can sell between $1 million and $2 million. Some condos have monthly association fees, and many residences have deeded parking spaces in back alleys. Street parking often requires residential permits.
Triple deckers are common in West Somerville.
Some multi-family homes in West Somerville feature textured-style exteriors.
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Strong public and private schools in Somerville
Somerville Public Schools district serves the community. West Somerville Neighborhood School, for kindergarten through eighth grade, has a B-plus grade from Niche. Somerville High School rates an A-minus, and provides vocational education in pre-engineering, pharmacy tech and automotive technology. The high school has preserved some of its original architecture from 1852, while renovation in 2021 created new science labs and media centers. “It was planned to be a $260 million high school,” Santana says. “It’s one of the best and most modern buildings around.” Many private schools also dot the area, including the International School of Boston, which is rated by Niche as the No.4 best private K-12 schools in the state with has an A-plus rating. Tufts University is a few blocks away, offering nearly 150 programs of study.
The West Somerville Neighborhood School has an overall B grade on Niche.
Large glass windows brings natural light to the main entrance of the Somerville High School.
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From local grocery stores to iconic businesses in Davis Square
Like many communities of Greater Boston, the city’s commercial areas are organized into neighborhood squares. “Just about anywhere you live, you can walk to a square,” Santana says. “The closest one to West Somerville is Teele Square, where there are bookstores, coffee shops and restaurants.” Davis Square, a larger entertainment hub, is several blocks south and is lined with cultural venues, staple bars and restaurants. Named by Thrillist as one of the best Irish Pubs in the country, The Burren is known for its live music shows and authentic pub food like Shepherd’s Pie. The iconic neighborhood joint, Rosebud, serves classic diner food, and landmarks like the Somerville Theatre are down the street. Whole Foods Market and Stop & Shop are in the neighborhood, and Target is about 2 miles away.
For dining West Somerville offers nearby spots like The Burren.
Residents of West Somerville grocery shop at the local Stop and Shop.
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Outdoor spaces along the Alewife Brook Parkway
Many recreational facilities, including ball fields and courts, playgrounds and the community pool, line alongside Alewife Brook, which flows along the neighborhood’s western edge. High school sports teams and local youth leagues use the Dilboy Stadium for practices and tournaments. Cyclists can bike the Alewife Greenway Bike Path, which runs parallel to the water.
The Alewife Greenway is easily accessible via bike from West Somerville.
Head to the nearby Dilboy courts in West Somerville for a friendly tennis match.
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Distance to Boston and Greater Boston communities
Interstate 93 is east of the community, providing access to Boston and the Boston Logan International Airport, both of which are less than 10 miles away. Neighboring towns such as Cambridge, Belmont and Medford sit adjacent to Somerville, and all can be reached via local roads. Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) buses run in the area, and it's about a mile to MBTA's Medford/Tufts and Davis stations for subway service on the T. Cyclists can utilize the Alewife Greenway Bike Path to commute to nearby communities. Cambridge Health Alliance Somerville is right in the city.
Residents of West Somerville offers commuters multiple bus stops.
You can find unique bridges in West Somerville.
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Community events by the Somerville Arts Council
The Somerville Arts Council organizes a variety of events and projects in the city, including a porch fest, a puppet program called Puppet Palooza and the annual Illuminations, a month-long display of holiday lighting throughout the town. The Ignite Festival is a global food and cultural celebration at Somerville’s Union Square.
The Somerville Mobile Farmers’ Market is available every Friday in West Somerville.
West Somerville offers residents Dilboy Field to walk around National Night Out.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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West Somerville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Somerville, Somerville sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in West Somerville, Somerville over the last 12 months is $801,000, down 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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